Mammography Tech FT Days, Memorial City - Outpatient Breast Center - Houston, TX
Direct Hire, Full-Time
$68,000 - $95,000 + Partial Relocation
Must-Haves
· Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
· Graduate of an accredited school of Mammography Techonology
· Current license or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required
· Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R), required
· Registered Mammography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-M)
Nice-To-Haves
Prior mammography tech experience
Prior experience working in an Outpatient Imaging Center
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology; graduate of an approved program of Mammography Technology
Licenses/Certifications:
· Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support
· Current license or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required
· Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R)
· Registered Mammography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-M)
Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
· Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.
· Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one hospital.
Principal Accountabilities
· Performs mammography radiographic exams on patients ensuring compliance with all radiation safety procedures: prepares patients for exam, explains procedure, administers contrast when necessary, positions patients for the exam, selects appropriate imaging techniques, and ensures technical quality of the images.
· Enters and monitors patient data.
· Performs quality assurance on mammography equipment. May assist with initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation.
· Identifies and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunction to department management.
· Takes emergency call within the department.
· Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
· Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
· Other duties as assigned.